Jefferies Financial Group Inc. Increases Stake in Brinker International, Inc. $EAT

Jefferies Financial Group Inc. grew its position in shares of Brinker International, Inc. (NYSE:EAT) by 379.1% in the fourth quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the SEC. The fund owned 20,600 shares of the restaurant operator’s stock after buying an additional 16,300 shares during the quarter. Jefferies Financial Group Inc.’s holdings in Brinker International were worth $2,957,000 as of its most recent filing with the SEC.

A number of other large investors also recently bought and sold shares of the company. EverSource Wealth Advisors LLC raised its position in Brinker International by 46.4% during the 4th quarter. EverSource Wealth Advisors LLC now owns 1,804 shares of the restaurant operator’s stock worth $259,000 after buying an additional 572 shares during the last quarter. LSV Asset Management purchased a new position in Brinker International during the 4th quarter worth $732,000. Global Retirement Partners LLC raised its position in Brinker International by 1,233.3% during the 4th quarter. Global Retirement Partners LLC now owns 360 shares of the restaurant operator’s stock worth $52,000 after buying an additional 333 shares during the last quarter. Mach 1 Financial Group LLC purchased a new position in Brinker International during the 4th quarter worth $613,000. Finally, Fortis Group Advisors LLC purchased a new position in Brinker International during the 4th quarter worth $792,000.

Brinker International Stock Performance

Shares of EAT opened at $139.26 on Wednesday. The company has a 50-day simple moving average of $143.57 and a 200-day simple moving average of $145.84. The company has a quick ratio of 0.35, a current ratio of 0.40 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.05. The company has a market capitalization of $5.97 billion, a PE ratio of 13.65, a P/E/G ratio of 0.98 and a beta of 1.32. Brinker International, Inc. has a 52-week low of $100.30 and a 52-week high of $187.12.

Brinker International (NYSE:EAT) last posted its earnings results on Wednesday, April 29th. The restaurant operator reported $2.90 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $2.85 by $0.05. Brinker International had a net margin of 8.07% and a return on equity of 123.22%. The firm had revenue of $1.47 billion during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $1.47 billion. During the same period last year, the firm posted $2.66 EPS. The firm’s revenue for the quarter was up 3.2% on a year-over-year basis. Brinker International has set its FY 2026 guidance at 10.60-10.850 EPS. Equities research analysts predict that Brinker International, Inc. will post 10.74 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.

Wall Street Analyst Weigh In

A number of brokerages have commented on EAT. KeyCorp upgraded shares of Brinker International from a “sector weight” rating to an “overweight” rating and set a $177.00 price objective for the company in a research report on Thursday, April 2nd. The Goldman Sachs Group increased their price target on shares of Brinker International from $180.00 to $200.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a report on Thursday, January 29th. Barclays increased their price target on shares of Brinker International from $170.00 to $175.00 and gave the company an “equal weight” rating in a report on Thursday, April 30th. DA Davidson assumed coverage on shares of Brinker International in a report on Friday, March 6th. They issued a “neutral” rating and a $155.00 price target for the company. Finally, Weiss Ratings downgraded shares of Brinker International from a “hold (c+)” rating to a “hold (c)” rating in a report on Friday. Fourteen equities research analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating and seven have given a Hold rating to the company’s stock. According to data from MarketBeat, Brinker International currently has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $185.11.

About Brinker International

Brinker International, Inc (NYSE: EAT) is a leading global operator of casual dining restaurants. The company’s portfolio is anchored by its flagship Chili’s® Grill & Bar concept and Maggiano’s® Little Italy full‐service restaurants, offering a range of American‐style menu items, handcrafted cocktails and family‐friendly dining experiences. Through dine‐in, takeout, delivery and catering services, Brinker seeks to meet consumer preferences across multiple channels.

The Chili’s brand features signature items such as baby back ribs, burgers and fajitas alongside a rotating selection of limited‐time offerings and seasonal beverages.